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Creamy Garlic Buttered Shrimp Recipe | Easy Filipino-Style Seafood Dish with Cheese & Mayo

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Creamy Garlic Buttered Shrimp

Cultural Context

Creamy Garlic Buttered Shrimp is a beloved dish in the Philippines, showcasing the country's affinity for seafood and rich flavors. The combination of shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and finished with cream creates a luxurious sauce that is often served over rice or pasta. This dish reflects the Filipino love for hearty, flavorful meals that bring family and friends together, and it has gained popularity in various international cuisines.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilo shrimp
half a bar of Arla unsalted butter
1/3 cup garlic
1 cup mayonnaise
calamansi juice
salt
black pepper
grated cheese
spring onions or parsley or cilantro

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Melt half a bar of Arla unsalted butter in a large skillet.

2

Add 1/3 cup garlic and cook until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.

3

Mix in 1 cup of mayonnaise and calamansi juice.

4

Season with salt and black pepper.

5

Add 1 kilo of shrimp to the skillet and mix everything together.

6

Add grated cheese and continue to cook until the sauce is creamy.

7

Finish with additional salt and pepper to taste.

8

Garnish with spring onions, parsley, or cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milkshellfish

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